A new pair of headphones can make a huge difference in your daily life. Diving into a podcast or experiencing an album for the first time is enhanced when you have the sound quality to back it up. The only issue is the price. Luckily there are some deals ahead of Prime Day, with plenty of great deals and big discounts on the best headphones on the market. What you need to know is that these deals come and go very quickly, so don’t hesitate if you see something you like. Some are Prime exclusive, so be aware of that as well.
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Keep checking this page for new deals as we’ll be updating it throughout the Prime Day event. Keep an eye out for some of our other roundups featuring early Prime Day deals on laptops, monitors, and more.
Apple’s AirPods 2 are approaching budget earbud territory with this 50% discount. At $69, it’s a new record on Amazon and a great value.
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Read our Apple AirPods 2019 review.
Amazon Echo Buds are impressive. Sound quality is good and there’s hands-free Alexa and Bose noise-cancelling technology. Additional features include sweat resistance and a comfortable fit. They also work well for making calls.
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The AirPods Pro 2 is a fan favorite for good reason. It has solid sound quality with noise cancellation, adaptive transparency mode and spatial audio. It is powered by Apple’s H2 chip. Battery life is very long and lasts up to 6 hours. As an added bonus, extra small ear tips are also included.
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Beats Solo3 wireless headphones are popular, with an impressive battery life of 40 hours on a full charge. They’re also easy to use with a remote control built into the right ear cup that’s easy to operate by feel. Because of the W1 chip they are much better if you connect them to an Apple device.
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Apple AirPods Max are usually more expensive, so this is a big deal. Adaptive noise canceling and transparency mode are some of the features to call for. They also connect well with Apple devices thanks to Spatial Audio Virtual Surround for iPhones and iPads and Multipoint Bluetooth, which lets you automatically switch between iOS devices.
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Read our Apple AirPods Max review.
More Headphone Offers:
- Apple AirPods 3: $140 (Save $30). Apple’s latest, noise-free earbuds are on sale for $40 off their regular price. This is less than what they went for on Amazon.
- Soundcore Anchor Life B2 Mini Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds: $24 (Save $16): 40% off, these earbuds have 3 EQ modes that allow you to adjust the audio quality depending on what you’re listening to.
- JBL Tune Flex Noise Canceling Earbuds: $60 (Save $40): Up to 40% more, these earbuds let you make hassle-free phone calls with hands-free calls in stereo.
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: $170 (save $110): Take advantage of the included Bose Fit Kit so they fit your ears perfectly, now 39% off.
- JBL Tune 770NC Noise Canceling Headphones: $100 (Save $30): Enjoy top-level sound quality with pure bass sound, the same feature that powers music halls at 23% off.
- Beats PowerBeats Pro Wireless Earbuds: $200 (Save $50): Listen to your favorite tunes all day for up to 9 hours and 20% off on charging case for over 24 hours.
- Beats Studio Buds Plus Wireless Earbuds: $130 (Save $40). These sleek Beats earbuds feature active noise cancellation and work great for iPhone or Android users. They also have a clean transparent design.
- Bose Headphones 700: $349 (Save $30): Suitable for Spotify users, connect to Spotify by tapping and holding the right ear cup.
- Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless Headphones: $157 (Save $43): Never worry about the battery again, with 40-hour battery life and quick charge technology, you get four hours of charge in just 10 minutes.
- Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 Canceling Earbuds: $199 (Save $100). Bowers & Wilkins makes some great high-end earbuds and this Pi5 S2 set is a third from Best Buy.
- Soundcore Anchor Life Q20 Wireless Headphones: $40 (Save $20). Yet at an affordable price, these noise-canceling headphones are a steal, with strong bass, reduced ambient noise, and 60 hours of playtime.
- Ozeino 2.4Ghz Wireless Gaming Headset: $25 (Save $25). Play across PlayStation and PC with real-time gaming audio, Bluetooth and 30 hours of battery.
- JDL Tune 770NC Adaptive Noise Over-Ear Headphones: $100 (Save $30). The lowest price to date for these lightweight customizable headphones with Bluetooth and JBL Pure Bass sound.
Prime Day sales have already started. Check out the best Prime Day deals going on right now.
When is Amazon Prime Day?
Historically, Prime Day has happened in July, with other big sales happening in other months, and 2024 is no different. The official Prime Day deals start on July 16 and continue until July 17. This year marks the 10th Prime Day and we expect sales on popular items and brands.
How we pick the best Prime Day headphone deals
Many of us at CNET have covered shopping events for over five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day, and countless other shopping events. In that time, we’ve learned how to find the best deals in a sea of thousands of superficial offers and scams, and we only offer the best deals from trusted retailers. We look for real discounts, quality reviews, and remaining sale hours when selecting headphone deals to show you.
- Real discounts mean real savings. We check price history for products listed on sale, so we know when it’s an inflated list price rather than a true discount.
- Quality reviews and testing are very important for any product. No matter how much you save, the discount isn’t worth it if it results in a lesser product experience.
- The remaining sales time is also important. Some contracts may be short-term or limited in supply. If so, we’ll let you know in advance so you don’t come back to the deal disappointed.
Is Prime Day the best time to buy headphones?
Yes, there will be some great deals on headphones during the Prime Day event. Many of these items are at their all-time lows and can go quickly. If you see a deal you’re considering, we recommend getting it before the stock disappears or expires.
